Investigation into Navan robbery

Gardai are investigating a robbery at a shop on the Commons Road, Navan, yesterday evening where a male entered the store armed with a hammer.

At around 5.50pm, the male entered the Morning Star shop which is on the Commons Road, near the junction with the Dan Shaw Road and Clogherboy.

The man was carrying a hammer and threatened a staff member before taking the contents of the till. He then ran from the shop. The culprit is described as aged in his early 20s, of thin build and around 5 foot 3 in height. He was wearing a black hoody, grey tracksuit bottoms and white runners. Any witnesses are asked to contact Navan Garda Station on (046) 9079930.